Algae

Asexual reproduction in Cyanophyta

Cyanophyta is a class of blue-green algae also known as cyanobacteria. They usually reproduce through asexual mechanisms. The asexual reproduction…

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Classification of Vaucheria

The systematic position and classification of Vaucheria have been in dispute for many years. Fritsch (1935), Iyengar (1951), and others…

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Charophyta General Characteristics

General characteristics of Charophyta This division is best known for characean algae. They are commonly called stoneworts. They have a…

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Thallus Organization in Chlorophyta

Being a major algal division, the members of Chlorophyceae show a great diversity in thallus organization starting from primitive unicellular…

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General Characteristics of Prochlorophyta

Prochlorophyta is a sub-class of Chlorophyta that includes a group of photosynthetic algae. They mainly include picoplankton which are oligotrophic…

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Characteristics of Brown Algae or Phaeophyta

Phaeophyta is the division that includes brown algae. They are distinguished from other algae by several characteristic features. They are mostly…

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Algae as Indicator of Water Quality

Water quality affects our daily lives in different ways. It has a great influence on the ability of aquatic plants…

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Harmful Effects Of Algae On Humans

Algae are highly nutritious and beneficial organisms. But apart from the various benefits. They can sometimes be harmful to humans…

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Different Types Of Life Cycle in Algae

The different types of life cycle in algae or alternation of generations are based on the various morphological and cytological…

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Somatic and Gametic Meiosis Life Cycle in Algae

Normally, meiosis occurs in diploid cells to produce gametes for subsequent sexual reproduction. In such situations, the organism or algae…

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